If you are considering whether to self-drive or take the coach up to Whistler from Vancouver, think no further! Definitely self-drive as there are so many interesting stops en route Highway 99, also known as the sea-to-sky highway.

First time self-driving? Group or family trip? Then tourist-friendly, family-friendly Hokkaido should be one of your top choices for a self-drive holiday in Japan. Here’s a simple guide to planning your own self-drive trip.